2013 Salsa Warbird vs 2011 Specialized Crux Comp
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Crux Comp
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Salsa Warbird numbers we have for size 55 are missing the wheelbase. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Salsa Warbird 55 | Specialized Crux Comp 46 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 373.1 | not listed | |
| Stack | 578.5 | not listed | |
| Head tube angle | 70.5 | 69.5° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 75.5° | +2.5° |
| Effective top tube | 550 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 425mm | −5 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | not listed | |
| Standover | 824.7 | 764mm | −61 mm |
| Seat tube length | 560 | 460mm | −100 mm |
| Fork length | 395 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 150 | 100mm | −50 mm |
| Wheelbase | not listed | 1008mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crux Comp minus the Salsa Warbird. Full charts: 2013 Salsa Warbird, 2011 Specialized Crux Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Salsa WarbirdSpecialized Crux Comp
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Salsa Warbird | Specialized Crux CompComp |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM Apex |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM Apex |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X10 |
| Crankset | not listed | FSA Gossamer |
| Wheelset | not listed | Roval Pavé |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Captain CX Sport |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Rival |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized Comp-Set |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Riva |
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